HERB - ephedra

[Lynette]

As someone who has just lost 25# I can attest to Katherine's recomendations.
The simple fact is even when herbs teas, pills etc work they worked because
the person reduced calories and increased physical activity.  Bring on those
fruits and vegtables, I say.  Pretty soon you want even want the chocolate.
Ask yourself if your health is worth the risk of weight loss brought on by
chemicals while still maintaining poor eating habits.  The ponit is you have
to change your eating habits permanently and for ever and get out and really
move.  the risk mentioned by other to the list are valid.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Katherine Blackthorne" <kblackthorne at hotmail.com>
To: <herbalist at ansteorra.org>
Sent: Thursday, October 19, 2000 12:39 PM
Subject: Re: HERB - ephedra


>
> In a message dated 10/19/2000 12:53:05 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
> azaleaviola at hotmail.com writes:
>
>  > i bought some ephedra and empty capsules to help me lose a few pounds.
i
>  >  have no idea of how much to take though-i only want to lose 10-15 lbs.
> i
>  >  hope somebody out there can guide me a little :)thanks-stephanie
>
> 10-15 pounds?  OK, you're not obese, and any sort of drug or medication is
> only indicated for weight loss in cases of obesity.  You are quite likely
at
> your actual *healthy* body weight -- this changes with time, so it may be
> more than it used to be.  Check with your doctor to see if you need to
lose
> weight.  If you wish to lose it for personal reasons ("I want to fit into
my
> old cothardie"), then I suggest 1.)  throwing away the ephedra,  2.) begin
a
> mild exercise program -- checking of course with your doctor first, and
3.)
> drinking more water, eating more fruits & vegetables.  No "Diet" sodas --
> the chemical sweetners make you crave sweets.  Water.  Fruits & vegetables
> are good for you, and generally have less calories than the other things,
so
> if you replace that bag of chips with a fresh tomato & salt, (maybe even
> while still eating that ham sandwich), you'll have reduced your calories.
>
> But again, CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR.  I'm willing to wager a small sum he'll
> tell you *not* to attempt to lose weight!
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